Detention Officer (Basic)

Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce; Greenville, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pitt County Sheriff's Office in Greenville, NC is seeking a Detention Officer (Basic). The role offers a salary range of $57,310–$90,573 and requires a high school diploma plus Probationary or General Certification as a Detention Officer by the North Carolina Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission.

A valid NC driver’s license is also required. Applicants must complete the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office Application Packet, which must be returned to the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office (100 New

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Probationary or General Certification as a Detention Officer by the NC Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license.

Education

High school diploma; Detention Officer certification (NC)

Job description

DETENTION OFFICER (BASIC)

Salary Range: $57,310-$90,573

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma. Probationary or General Certification as a Detention Officer by the North Carolina Sheriff’s Training and Standards Commission. Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license. This position requires a Pitt County Sheriff’s Office Application Packet that must be obtained from and returned to the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office (100 New Hope Rd. Greenville, NC 27834.

Position # 687908

Closing Date: 09/18/2026 at 5:00 pm

Pitt County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact Information:
Pitt County Government Human Resources
1717 W. 5 th Street
Greenville, NC 27834
252-902-3051
Jobline: 252-902-1001
www.pittcountync.gov

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